A striking pair of vintage sterling silver statement earrings with an incredibly fluid, sculptural silhouette.
Each earring begins with a polished abstract oval top and drops into a broad, fan-shaped hammered silver form. The lower section is articulated, allowing the earrings to move beautifully when worn and giving the silver an almost liquid appearance as it catches the light.
The irregular hammered surface creates wonderful dimension and reflection, making these feel much more like wearable sculpture than ordinary silver earrings.
The earrings are marked STERLING on the clip hardware and 925 on the reverse of the earring body. They have also been tested and confirmed as genuine sterling silver.
Substantial in appearance while retaining an elegant, modernist profile, these are an exceptional pair for the collector who loves bold silver jewelry.
Details
- Genuine sterling silver
- Tested and confirmed sterling silver
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Marked STERLING
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Additional 925 hallmark
- Hammered / sculptural finish
- Abstract fan-shaped drop
- Articulated construction
- Clip-on earrings
- Polished reflective surface
- Statement size
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Total weight: 9.85 grams
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Estimated era: circa 1980s–1990s
Measurements
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Overall length: approximately 2 1/2 inches
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Maximum width at lower drop: approximately 1 1/2 inches
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Width of upper earlobe section: approximately 1/2 inch
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Total sterling silver weight: 9.85 grams
Condition
Excellent vintage condition with light surface wear and fine scratches consistent with age, use and the highly polished sterling silver finish.
The articulated drops move freely and the clip mechanisms remain intact and functional.
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Styling Notes
These earrings need very little accompaniment.
Their dramatic sterling silver surface works beautifully against black, white, charcoal or a clean architectural neckline. The movement of the articulated fan-shaped drops gives them an elegant, almost sculptural quality without relying on stones or embellishment.
They are especially strong for someone who appreciates modernist, minimalist and wearable-art jewelry.
Collector’s Notes
Large-scale sterling silver clip-ons are increasingly appealing because they combine the drama of vintage statement jewelry with the intrinsic value and longevity of precious metal.
The abstract hammered construction and articulated movement give this pair a distinctly modernist sensibility, while the dual sterling markings add confidence to the attribution of the metal.
